Head of Children's Services & Learning Programs

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Personal leave

Sick leave

Insurance

IMRF pension

Job summary

Downers Grove Public Library is seeking a dynamic Children’s Services Manager to lead the department, shape programs, and advance equity, diversity, and inclusion throughout the library.

This year‑round, full‑time role reports to the leadership team, offers a salary range of $69,930 to $87,422 plus generous benefits, and requires a Master’s in library science and supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or related field.
• Three years of library and supervisory experience.
• Expert knowledge of children’s literature and early literacy principles.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite; familiarity with maker software/tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evaluate the plan of service, strategic objectives, policies, procedures, and personnel of the department.
• Oversee collection development for children birth through sixth grade, parents, guardians, and educators.
• Maintain and cultivate community partnerships and outreach opportunities.
• Design programming to develop children’s creativity, critical thinking, and habits of mind.
• Maintain an engaging learning environment responsive to neurodivergent youth and evolving technology.
• Collaborate across the institution to serve the community.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Second-language communication

Education

Master’s degree in Library & Information Science

Job description

Downers Grove Public Library is seeking a dynamic Children’s Services Manager to lead the department, shape programs, and advance equity, diversity, and inclusion throughout the library.

This year‑round, full‑time role reports to the leadership team, offers a salary range of $69,930 to $87,422 plus generous benefits, and requires a Master’s in library science and supervisory experience.